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Texas
This category covers questions about Texas, the second largest state in the United States. Texas has had six different nations rule it, making it the only state to have had six flags flown over it. Texas is one of three states to have existed as an independent nation and the only state legally permitted to secede from the Union.
13,869 Questions
Who is the Secretary of Texas?
There are two as follows.
* Cornyn, John - (R - TX) * Hutchison, Kay Bailey - (R - TX) For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated directly below this answer section.
The US claimed Texas as part of what?
the southern boundry was claimed because it has richer soil and a better climate to grow things.
How many people drowned every year in Galveston Texas?
no one knows the exact number but it is estimated somewhere around 100-500 people.
What are 3 major reasons Texas wanted to join the US?
They wanted to receive money and funds from the United States.
Where can one get medical coverage in Texas?
Medical coverage in Texas can be obtained from several sources that include: Allstate Insurance, American Republic Insurance, American National Life Insurance of Texas and Assurity Life Insurance. These are only a few available insurance sources.
Why was the Alamo the turning point in the Texas revolution?
200 Texans, who were mostly farmers/volunteers and had no Military training, fought against an infantry of 2000-3000 Mexican soldiers, killing anywhere between 600-1000.
Santa Anna sh it his pants and swam back across the Rio Grande, what is now Texas border.
What are some waterways in the coastal plains region of Texas?
San Jacinto, Trinity, Brazos, Nueces, and San Antonio
Does Texas have any coastal areasmountais or plains?
Part of Texas is a Gulf Coast. Texas has four regions. One is Gulf Coastal Plains so that region is on the gulf coast.
How long is the flight between Reno NV and Dallas TX?
The distance between the above places is 1927 miles. This distance is point to point straight distance as seen on the map. The actual distance covered by a flight may vary according to the flight path chosen. Also this is not the airport to airport distance.
African Immigrants find the State of Texas an attractive place to settle in the US for several reasons. 1. Tropical climate. The climate of Texas is similar to the climate of many African countries. Africans generally prefer to avoid the winter if their job opportunities and its location permits. 2. The vast expanse and low cost of living in Texas compared to other states. 3. The plurality and diversity of Texan and especially Houstonian population. - With Hispanics, Asians, Caucasians all living in Harmony. 4. The opportunities for Self employment afforded by no state tax and business friendliness. 5. Texas is a part of the 'bible belt"and many African immigrants are evangelical Christians and so find the religious atmosphere and conservative value system of Texas and Texas a good match for them. Because of the stated reasons, newer immigrants from Africa tend to go to areas where they have friends and relations, coming from the same region of nativity. This makes Texas a top contender, but it is still behind New England in total African immigrant population.
Is there an airport in witchita falls Texas?
There is an airport in Wichita Falls, Texas. It has American Eagle airlines serving flights to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.
Why did Texas almost fail as a Spanish colony?
missionary problems, geo problems, and hostile Indians
How many miles is it from Ft Worth TX to Odessa TX?
The distance is 319 miles, from center of town to center of town. It takes about 5 hours to drive under normal conditions.
What is the closest city in Texas to Las Vegas?
Too many different answers have came up, but most people agree its in a rural area near a non-marked ranch, although other cities like Brady. Texas has a marker It still is unofficial concerting there are 3 different markers in 3 different locations.
Austin is the capital of Texas. It was the town of Waterloo until renamed in honor of Stephen F. Austin in 1839. It served as the capital of the Republic of Texas from 1839 to 1846. Texas' capital city is Austin. (Keep Austin Weird)
In which two hemispheres is Texas located?
If you resubmit this question, please be more specific (perhaps by defining "US of Florida").
Any world map will show you the equator, which divides the northern and southern hemispheres.
Where is the closest casino to San Antonio Texas?
There is no casinos in San Antonio. In Texas gambling is illegal unless its the state lottery.
Where is the largest population of rattlesnakes in Texas?
largest recorded population of rattlesnakes in west Texas
What are two states that were part of Texas annexation?
parts of Colorado Wyoming Louisiana new Mexico
